ART AND DESIGN Level 3 Extended Diploma

Level 3
Further Education
Armagh Campus
Newry Campus
OCR

Overview

This course is equivalent to 3 A-Levels.

This qualification provides an understanding of art, design and craft through engagement with the work of artists and designers. You will have the opportunity to gain practical and creative skills by working with the 2D and 3D materials, processes and techniques of your choice. Available options include photography, graphic design, 3D, fine art and print.

The ethos of the course is project-based learning that enhances the student experience whilst working with and alongside industry and events.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course and have recently been in education to key stage 4 (completion of compulsory education).

Applicants should normally hold the following:

15 points or greater at GCSE, consisting of at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C, or equivalent; OR
BTEC Level 2 First Diploma or equivalent at Pass or above with an overall profile equating to 15 points; OR
NVQ Level 2 (in relevant subject area); OR
Leaving Certificate – a profile equivalent to 12 points (of which 3 subjects must be achieved at Grade C3 or better at Ordinary Level) pre-2017. From 2017 onwards, or entry in 2018, 3 subjects must be achieved at 04 or better at Ordinary Level.

The College will review the qualifications and/or experience held by applicants and will consider whether this profile shows an ability to progress towards a level 3 qualification.

Please note in certain circumstances the College may reduce this requirement if it is deemed that the candidate has demonstrated the commitment, understanding and knowledge of the subject.

Applicants who do not possess GCSE English Language at Grade C or higher (or equivalent) must be able to demonstrate as part of their application they can communicate in written and spoken English Language to an acceptable level to succeed in the course. The College reserves the right to refer any applicant to appropriate English Language or Literacy classes until their level of fluency in written and spoken English is sufficient to allow participation in other areas of study.

Attendance at Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (individual or group interviews) is advisable in the selection of candidates in all courses.

Applicants will be required to present a portfolio of evidence in art and design.

There are 18 modules, which may include the following:

Fine Art Drawing.
Fine Art Painting.
How Artists use 2D Media.
Illustration.
Photography.
Graphic Design.
Textile Design.
3D Art & Design.
Printmaking.
Creating Animation.

Assessment is ongoing throughout each module. You will present your research and development and outcomes in workbooks. Students will receive written feedback with areas for improvement identified. There are no examinations in the assessment process.

On successful completion of this course, you may wish to progress directly to the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or the Higher National Diploma courses at SRC, or to degree courses in other institutions or directly to employment.

The College offers Higher National Diploma qualifications in Graphic Design, Photography and Art Practice, which may lead to the Degree in Creative Imaging also offered at SRC.

The College also offers a Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production - on successful completion of this course, you may progress to the second year of a degree.